Greenberg Traurig hires Ashurst Perkins Coie construction chief Ben Patton in London
Greenberg Traurig hired Ben Patton from Ashurst Perkins Coie as a London shareholder to lead its London construction practice, The Global Legal Post reported on October 1, 2026. Patton spent nearly 20 years at Ashurst Perkins Coie and legacy Ashurst, where he co-headed the London construction group, and advises on procurement and construction contracts for build-to-rent, logistics and infrastructure projects.
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- Ben Patton joined Greenberg Traurig as a London shareholder to head its London construction practice.The Global Legal Post
- He left Ashurst Perkins Coie after nearly 20 years, including as co-head of the London construction group at Ashurst and the combined firm.The Global Legal Post
- His practice covers procurement and construction contracts in build-to-rent, logistics, and infrastructure.The Global Legal Post
- Greenberg Traurig said its London office has about 180 lawyers and that the real estate practice will have around 50 lawyers after Patton's arrival.The Global Legal Post
- An Ashurst Perkins Coie spokesperson wished Patton well and thanked him for his contribution.The Global Legal Post
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